We may have to rename this newsletter Don’t Miss Calais as I’ve once again coming at you from the edge of France. Hey, it’s a perk of living in Ramsgate, right?
As well as my standard roaming around shopping in brocantes and hypermarchés, I also visited a very important project in Ramsgate Town Centre this week. If you’ve yet to meet Michelle and Kurt - the team behind Differences Not Disabilities - at the Friday market, I’d love for you to take a look at their very important work. The duo are currently working on an empty space in the High Street (believe me, it’s a project) and in doing so, they’re also fundraising for said space. I know we’re faced with a lot of Crowdfunders for projects, but the drive to succeed this team have is infectious. You can see more about the project and donate here, as well as getting in touch with anything useful you might be able to offer to help with the space. I hope to include events from them in their new home in 2027!
Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x
Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea
Sat 17 Oct, 3 - 5.30pm / Le Keux Vintage
Anyone else fancy a spot of Agatha Christie detective work with a decent cuppa and slice of cake? Le Keux Vintage has just a few places left for the first ever Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea, where you can make like the 1950s, play a detective (or a host of other roles) with local theatre company VosFox Theatre. Get involved, or sit and watch, it’s up to you. Includes a glass of prosecco (or alcohol-free) and a full homemade afternoon tea (finger sandwiches, vol-au-vents, sausage rolls, cake, brownies, scones with jam and cream, tea). Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available.
£65 pp / Book here
💌 A Postcard From Ramsgate
Until 31 Oct, Mon - Sat, 10am - 5pm; Sun, 11am - 3pm / Plunder
It’s clear that a lot of us love the town where we live and this exhibition featuring 40 Thanet-based artists really is a love letter to Ramsgate. It’s the first showcase by Ramsgate Community Gallery CIC and makes use of Plunder’s Rogues Gallery.
🎟 Free
🎥 Film: The Girl With The Needle
Wed 7 Oct, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
Don’t miss out on this Scandinavian, Oscar nominated period drama. Set in 1919 Copenhagen and shot in monochrome, this psychological drama follows the story of a destitute factory worker, Karoline who finds herself pregnant and jobless whilst her husband is missing-in-action. Free tea, coffee and free popcorn on a first come first served basis
🎟 £3.50 suggested donation
🚌 The Caravan Show: Field of Dreams
Fri 9 Oct, 6 - 9pm; Sat 10 - Sun 11 Oct, 12 - 3pm / Hold Gallery
I used to own a caravan, so this new exhibition speaks to me. Field Of Dreams features 18 vintage Sindy toy caravans, transforming a familiar object into something quietly unexpected.
🎟 Free
🖼️ East Kent Artists’ Open Houses 2026
Sat 10 Oct - Sun 25 Oct, 11am - 5pm / Various addresses across Ramsgate
One for my fellow nosy parkers. This open weekend trail consists of local artists opening their studio and homes to promote their practice. First weekend highlights include Spencer and Nicola Rowell as well as Amanda Jane Ogden.
🎟️ Free / More info here
❓Live Music Quiz
Thur 8 Oct, 7.30pm / The Queens Head
Put your music knowledge to the test in this Interactive music quiz night. This is my moment! Light nibbles included.
🎟️ £5
🍻 PubClub: Oktoberfest
Thur 8 Oct, from 7pm / The Pub
The Pub’s manager, Nicola, grew up 10 minutes from the original Oktoberfest so you know her bash is gonna be a good one. This bi-weekly DJ night will feature all the classics with tunes too, plus you can enter the Bavarian raffle (due to be drawn on Sun 11 Oct approx. 6pm) where beers, spirits, and original souvenirs will be up for grabs.
🎟 Free
🌱 Ramsgate Eco Market
Sat 10 Oct / Arts in Ramsgate
Molly Pickles brings back her eco market presenting sustainable goods from local and eco-conscious makers. Time to start that Christmas shopping, folks!
🎟️ Free
👚 Amanda’s Clothes Swap
Sun 11 Oct, 10.30am - 1pm / Pie Factory Music
Why buy new clothes when you can just swap? Simply bring along 3 pieces of washed clothing in good condition, and you can take home 3 new pieces of clobber.
🎟️ Free
🎸 Man of The World
Tue 6 Oct, 8 - 10.30pm / Red Arrow Music Club
Experience the sound of early Fleetwood Mac and Peter Green's timeless songs such as Albatross, Oh Well, Black Magic Woman, and Need Your Love So Bad.
🎟️ £18 (+fee) / Book here
🎭 We Will Rock You
Thur 8 Oct - Sat 10 Oct, 7.30pm & 2.30pm Sat / The Granville Theatre
This musical production based on the iconic songs of Queen has rave reviews and includes all the hits. Don’t stop me now from clicking the link to book…
🎟️ £25.85 (+fee) / Book here
🎙️Vaults Comedy
Thur 8 Oct, 6pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Vaults Comedy is back for autumn and they’ve pulled out the big guns. Get ready to chuckle with Patrick Monahan, Joe Bor, Father JC and Madeleine Brettingham.
🎟️ £18 / Book here
🎤 Nerina Pallot
Thur 8 Oct, 7.30 - 11.00pm / St George’s Church
Whether performing at the Royal Albert Hall or in a village hall somewhere off the
M1, Pallot brings a combination of emotional honesty, razor-sharp wit and
independent songwriting.
🎟️️ £22.50 / Book here
🎸 The John Hackett Band
Fri 9 Oct, 7.30 - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
The John Hackett Band embraces pop, rock, jazz, classical, funk and all the stops in-between. Support comes from singer/songwriter DIKAJEE.
🎟️ £17.50 / Book here
🎷 Sabina Desir Trio
Sun 11 Oct, 12.30pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Join Ramsgate Arts Club for the launch of its monthly Sunday matinee shows, kicking off with the phenomenal Sabina Desir (Vocals), Andy Waterworth (Double Bass), and Ivan Hussey (Cello). I know you’re ready for an afternoon of blues, jazz, country & folk.
🎟️ £15 / Book here
🏋🏽 KettleflowYOGA™ & Sound Bath
Sun 29 Mar, 3 - 5.30pm / Paragon Works
Nathan Dyas and Sari Riches join forces once again for a KettleflowYOGA™ session combining the strength and power of kettlebell training, with the breath work and mind-body connection work of yoga. The workout will be followed by a sound bath designed to promote deep rest, quiet the mind, and restore balance.
🎟 £35 / Call to book: 07525 784414
🧶 Coffee & Craft
Sat 10 Oct, 2 - 4pm / Violet’s
Join Lottie for her first session at Violet’s teaching beginners cross-stitch. Hurry, the other craft sessions here are booking up fast!
🎟️ £20 / Call to book: 07362 280517
🔧 Repair Café
Sun 11 Oct, 10.30am - 1pm / Pie Factory Music
If you’re heading to Amanda’s Clothes Swap (above), consider bringing along something to fix, as this community repair event runs simultaneously with volunteers to fix your broken household goods.
🎟️ Free
📌 The Noticeboard: Find out about regular events and services!
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Oktoberfest, Festival of Optimism & Writing in Progress
I know that I often gush on here, but ’ve just got home from another incredible weekend in Ramsgate (big up the Addington Street Vintage Trail) and once again I’m filled with gratitude for the people that make this please tick. From live drawing in windows to impromptu gigs, there spontaneous going ons that don’t make it to this newsletter are often the…